Iran is considering a proposal for joint monitoring of the Strait of Hormuz together with Oman, the state news agency IRNA reports, News.bg reports.
According to the information, diplomat Kazem Garibabadi is preparing an initiative that aims to facilitate and guarantee the safe passage of ships, as well as to improve service along the route.
Against this background, the Associated Press recalls that attacks on shipping in the region and reports that Iran demands up to $2 million for passage have put serious pressure on traffic through the strait.
It is not yet clear what exact measures the proposal will include, and Oman has not confirmed official participation.
The Strait of Hormuz passes through the territorial waters of Iran and Oman, but is considered an international waterway that should ensure freedom of navigation.
Garibabadi said that the current traffic problems were the result of military actions, emphasizing that under such conditions, compliance with pre-war rules could not be expected.